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to Franklin Cranor

re: The transcript of a love poem probably kept from a longer letter from Slocum.

GLC03791.023

[Collection of Franklin Cranor, B company, 40th regiment, Indiana, infantry] [decimalized]

Letters to Delia Slocum.

GLC03791

to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor discusses the restlessness and anxiety of soldiers under fire but not engaged in any battles. He points out that the soldiers are still performing their duties however, even if they are playing cards. He expresses hope that he won't have...

GLC03791.003

to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor is separated from his regiment which is serving in Alabama. He is in a convalescent camp in Nashville, Tennessee where he has recently been recovering, but is still plagued with cramps. He makes one of his many references to the state of...

GLC03791.001

to Delia Slocum

re: Cranor has regrouped with his regiment in Mississippi. He mentions a minor battle at "pitsburg landing" and few small skirmishes, but mostly observes the extent of his travels. He makes mention of several changes in leadership: the resignation...

GLC03791.002